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Centering large amounts of clay is something that I put off for a long time. I just didn’t think my … Read More

Firing clay in an electric kiln is the most common firing method because electric kilns are readily available and relatively … Read More

Consider clay body characteristics carefully when making tile by hand. Your choice of clay and the handling techniques you use … Read More

Creating figurative assemblages in clay with surfaces that recall the textures and finishes of other materials allows Keith Schneider to … Read More

Paper clay is an ideal solution for building complex or delicate ceramic sculpture. Made by mixing any type of clay … Read More

Over the past couple of decades, raku firing has become very popular. The unpredictability of the process keeps potters and … Read More

Ready-made casting slip is commercially available in all firing ranges, making it super convenient, but if you were wondering how … Read More

In this post, we’ll show you how to make paper clay. Making paper clay is a great way to gain … Read More

In today’s post, David Gamble discusses a red hot topic for many a ceramic artist: how to achieve reliable red … Read More

I have been messing around with crazing as a deliberate decorative effect lately. Though it is technically a glaze defect, … Read More